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Champaign school board president signals to censure member
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — The drama continues with the Champaign Unit 4 School District Board. At the end of Monday night’s meeting, board President Gianina Baker announced during board comments her intention to censure fellow board member Betsy Holder, saying she has violated several principles of the Board’s Code of Conduct. When Baker asked if […]
Illinois high school basketball games will feature a shot clock starting in 2026-27
High school basketball will look a little different in Illinois in two years. A 35-second shot clock will be required in varsity girls and boys basketball games beginning with the 2026-27 school year. The IHSA Board of Directors approved the recommendation brought forth by the IHSA Basketball advisory committee. Use...
Centennial names new basketball coaches
CHAMPAIGN — The future of Centennial's basketball programs became much clearer late Tuesday night. Roderick Hutchison will succeed Tim Lavin at the helm of the Chargers boys' basketball program, with Josh Sterling set to follow Tamara Butler as the school's girls' basketball coach. Both hires — announced via Centennial's...
WIOA program teaches Champaign students to cook
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) – WIOA, or the Workforce Innovative Opportunity Act, is giving students in Champaign opportunities to find passions in agriculture, business, and even the culinary arts. The WIOA program is presented through READY, an alternative school. “WIOA pays the hourly wage for the student, along with the work comp insurance, in exchange for […]
The Odyssey Project accepting applications for fall cohort
The Odyssey Project, Humanities Research Institute’s adult learning program, is accepting applications for their fall 2024 cohort. The program is open to low-income adults who are looking to further their learning through college courses. Registration is open until July 31st, and you can learn more here. From the website...
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